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“Three months after taking these tablets, she was 80 per cent better—without the risk, expense and everything that went with those procedures.”“It is life-changing for a lot of patients, and it has been a real practice changer for me.”What if one of the most effective treatments for melasma isn't a topical cream or laser—but a low-dose oral medication?In this episode of JCMS Author Interviews, Dr. Kirk Barber speaks with Vancouver dermatologists Dr. Vincent Richer and Dr. Allison Sutton about their article, “Low-Dose Oral Tranexamic Acid as a Standard Treatment for Melasma: Are We There Yet?”, published in the May/June issue of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery.Dr. Richer and Dr. Sutton explain why oral tranexamic acid has become a practice-changing treatment for many of their patients. They discuss its effectiveness compared with topical treatments and laser procedures, including cases in which patients have experienced dramatic improvements after only a few months.The conversation also addresses the questions surrounding longer-term use. Because melasma is a chronic condition that frequently returns when treatment stops, should oral tranexamic acid be continued beyond the three-to-six-month period typically studied in clinical trials?Drs. Richer, Sutton and Barber examine dosage, patient screening and the risk of thrombosis, as well as considerations involving oral contraceptives, hormone replacement therapy, pregnancy and sun exposure. They also explore the continuing role of sunscreen, hydroquinone, botanical brighteners and laser therapy in a comprehensive treatment plan.A practical and potentially practice-changing discussion about treating melasma safely, effectively and for the long term.Dr. Vincent Richer is a clinical faculty member in the Department of Dermatology and Skin Science at the University of British Columbia. He practises at Pacific Derm in Vancouver, with a focus on medical and cosmetic dermatology, laser surgery and pigment disorders.Dr. Allison Sutton is a clinical faculty member in the Department of Dermatology and Skin Science at the University of British Columbia and the founder of West Dermatology in Vancouver. Her practice focuses on cosmetic and aesthetic dermatology.Dr. Barber and his guests do not receive any financial reimbursement for the production of this podcast.For more great CDA podcasts check out Dermalogues, our Residents podcast hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy. New episodes are coming out in October 2026.To learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caThis podcast is produced by David McGuffin and Graham McGuffin of ExploreProductions.ca

“With artificial cognition, we have the ability to outsource the entire thinking or reasoning process itself. And that's what we call cognitive surrender: the adoption of AI outputs without verification, without much internal engagement at all.”What happens to clinical judgment when physicians begin relying on artificial intelligence—and what happens when that technology is taken away?In this special Editor's Choice episode of JCMS Author Interviews, Dr. Kirk Barber speaks with Canadian academic Steven Shaw, assistant professor of marketing at King's Business School, King's College London, and formerly of the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.Shaw introduces the concept of “cognitive surrender”: accepting AI-generated conclusions without independently reasoning through or verifying them. They examine what this could mean in medicine, where incorrect or unchallenged answers can have serious consequences.Their conversation explores emerging evidence of deskilling among experienced clinicians who use AI-assisted diagnostic tools, as well as the risk of “never-skilling” when medical trainees outsource parts of the learning process before developing their own expertise.They also consider how AI is changing the doctor–patient relationship. Can AI scribes create more time for meaningful conversation—or does being recorded inhibit trust and disclosure? What happens when patients arrive with their own AI-generated diagnoses? And when a physician's judgment differs from an AI recommendation, which one is more likely to be trusted?A timely discussion about AI, medical education and how clinicians can benefit from new technologies without surrendering the critical judgment on which good medicine depends.This episode is supported by an educational grant from Sun Pharma Canada through the CDA Corporate Supporter Program.Dr. Barber and his guests do not receive any financial reimbursement for the production of this podcast.For more great CDA podcasts check out Dermalogues, our Residents podcast hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy. New episodes are coming out in October 2026.To learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caThis podcast is produced by David McGuffin and Graham McGuffin of ExploreProductions.ca

“There's probably a whole field that's been affected by the sun and the resulting DNA damage.”An actinic keratosis may appear to be an isolated lesion—but it can also signal a much larger field of sun-damaged, precancerous skin.Dr. Kirk Barber speaks with Dr. Steven Feldman about field cancerization and how its size should influence the treatment of actinic keratoses.They discuss the difference between treating individual lesions and an entire field, the role of topical therapies, and whether approved treatment limits reflect the much larger areas of precancerous change dermatologists encounter in clinical practice. They also consider how clinicians balance cancer prevention against treatment discomfort, patient age, overall health and the relatively low risk of an individual actinic keratosis progressing to skin cancer.Their wide-ranging conversation explores the difficulty of clinically defining a field, the cumulative effects of sun damage, the potential cosmetic benefits of field therapy and the need for a more nuanced approach to sun protection.The conversation is based on the JCMS article “The Characterization of the Relationship Between Field Cancerization and the Number of Actinic Keratoses.”Dr. Steven Feldman is a professor of dermatology, pathology, social sciences and health policy at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in North Carolina. He also leads the Center for Dermatology Research.For more on the treatment of actinic keratoses, listen to Episode 82 of JCMS Author Interviews, featuring Dr. Christopher Chew and an Australian perspective on managing the condition.Dr. Barber and his guest do not receive any financial reimbursement for the production of this podcast.For more great CDA podcasts, check out Dermalogues, our residents podcast hosted by Dr. Kerri Purdy.To learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caThis podcast is produced by David McGuffin and Graham McGuffin of ExploreProductions.ca

Reports of ticks are surging across Canada as blacklegged ticks expand into regions once too cold or dry to support established populations. What is driving their spread—and what does it mean for the risk of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses?In this special Editor's Choice episode, Dr. Kirk Barber speaks with Dr. Katie Clow, one of Canada's leading researchers in tick ecology and tick-borne disease. They discuss how climate change, migratory birds, wildlife and changing habitats are reshaping the country's tick populations. Dr. Clow explains how ticks find and attach to their hosts, how the bacteria responsible for Lyme disease moves from a tick's gut into its saliva, and why removing a tick promptly can reduce the risk of transmission.The conversation also examines striking regional differences in infection rates, the emergence of anaplasmosis and Rocky Mountain spotted fever, the challenges of controlling ticks in the environment, and the potentially alarming arrival of invasive species such as the Asian longhorned tick in North America.Dr. Clow is an associate professor at the University of Guelph's Ontario Veterinary College, where her research explores the connections between human, animal and environmental health.This episode is supported by an educational grant from Sun Pharma Canada through the CDA Corporate Supporter Program.Dr. Barber and his guests do not receive any financial reimbursement for the production of this podcast.For more great CDA podcasts check out Dermalogues, our Residents podcast hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy.To learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caThis podcast is produced by David McGuffin and Graham McGuffin of ExploreProductions.ca

Dr. Julia Carroll, board-certified dermatologist and vice chair of the Canadian Dermatology Association’s Sun Awareness Working Group spoke with Sue Smith, in for Aaron Rand

“I don't think we can keep patients hostage to the failings of our healthcare system.”— Dr. Stefanie GreenMedical assistance in dying may not seem like an obvious subject for dermatologists—but nearly one in five Canadian dermatologists surveyed has been approached by a patient about MAID.Dr. Kirk Barber speaks with Dr. Stefanie Green, founding president of the Canadian Association of MAID Assessors and Providers, and dermatologist Dr. Mark Kirchhof about Canada's MAID system and the role dermatologists may play within it.They discuss eligibility and informed consent, the distinction between patients whose deaths are and are not reasonably foreseeable, and the difficult questions that arise when severe skin disease causes intolerable suffering. They also explain how dermatologists can contribute as treating physicians, expert consultants or MAID assessors—and what happens when available treatments have been exhausted or remain inaccessible.The conversation is based on the JCMS article “Medical Assistance in Dying in Canada: A Review for Canadian Dermatologists.”Healthcare professionals can learn more about MAID assessment, clinical guidance and training through the Canadian Association of MAID Assessors and Providers (CAMAP).Dr. Stefanie Green is a clinical professor at the University of British Columbia and the University of Victoria. She is the founding president of the Canadian Association of MAID Assessors and Providers and author of the bestselling memoir This Is Assisted Dying.Dr. Mark Kirchhof is Division Head of Dermatology at the University of Ottawa and The Ottawa Hospital and the outgoing president of the Canadian Dermatology Association.Dr. Barber and his guests do not receive any financial reimbursement for the production of this podcast.For more great CDA podcasts check out Dermalogues, our Residents podcast hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy.To learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caThis podcast is produced by David McGuffin and Graham McGuffin of ExploreProductions.ca

"The same medication, the same dose—but given at bedtime improved efficacy by 150%."Does the timing of a medication influence how well it works?In this episode of JCMS Author Interviews, Dr. Kirk Barber speaks with Dr. Elena Netchiporouk, Assistant Professor of Medicine at McGill University and attending dermatologist at the McGill University Health Centre, about the emerging science of chronotherapeutics.Dr. Netchiporouk explains how the body's circadian rhythms influence inflammation, immune responses, skin barrier repair, and wound healing. She discusses evidence suggesting that timing therapies to coincide with these biological cycles may improve treatment outcomes for inflammatory skin diseases, including atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, and chronic spontaneous urticaria.The conversation explores practical implications for commonly used therapies such as methotrexate, cyclosporine, JAK inhibitors, and topical corticosteroids, while highlighting an exciting and underexplored area of dermatology that may help clinicians optimize both efficacy and tolerability.Read the article: "Time-Driven Strategies for Inflammatory Skin Diseases: A Circadian Approach" in the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery.Dr. Barber and his guests do not receive any financial reimbursement for the production of this podcast.For more great CDA podcasts check out Dermalogues, our Residents podcast hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy.To learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caThis podcast is produced by David McGuffin and Graham McGuffin of ExploreProductions.ca

Delivra Health Brands CEO Gord Davey joined Steve Darling from to discuss the launch of LivRelief Itch Cream, a new product designed to help relieve itchiness associated with eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, and other common skin irritations. Davey said the cream is formulated for sensitive skin and is hypoallergenic, fragrance-free, and free from parabens, petroleum, and SLS. The product combines Hydrocortisone, Calendula, and Chamomile to help reduce itching, irritation, and inflammation. In addition to eczema and psoriasis-related discomfort, LivRelief Itch Cream can also be used for the temporary relief of minor skin irritations such as rashes, redness, insect bites, poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac. Management says the launch targets a large and underserved market. According to the Canadian Dermatology Association, up to 17% of Canadians will experience atopic dermatitis at some point in their lives. Davey also pointed to the Eczema Society of Canada's 2025 survey, which found that 89% of respondents identified itch reduction as a key treatment goal, while 86% wanted better control of rash and skin symptoms. In addition, Psoriasis Canada estimates that more than one million Canadians are affected by psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Delivra believes the new LivRelief Itch Cream expands its topical wellness and pain-relief portfolio while addressing a clear consumer need for effective, accessible, and skin-friendly itch relief solutions. #proactiveinveestors #delivrahealthbrandsinc #tsxv #dhb #otcqb #dhbuf #DreamWater #GlobalExpansion #DreamWater #LivRelief #CBD #Cannabis #Wellness #Topicals #Canada #ConsumerGoods #LivRelief #Healthcare #CannaTech

“Most dermatologists hate to see these patients. But we must not hate to see them because they need help—and they need the dermatologist.”— Dr. Marcelo NicoIn this 100th episode of JCMS Author Interviews, host Dr. Kirk Barber reflects on a milestone for the podcast before welcoming Dr. Marcelo Nico, Associate Professor of Dermatology at the University of São Paulo and a leading expert in psychodermatology.Over the past 100 episodes, JCMS Author Interviews has connected listeners with authors, researchers, and clinicians from around the world, bringing the pages of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery to life through conversations that advance dermatologic knowledge and patient care. Kirk and his team are proud of the community that has built up around the podcast and want to send a specials thank you to everyone involved, especially our guests and you, our listeners.Dr. Nico joins the podcast to discuss his article, “Dermatitis Artefacta: A Study of 42 Patients With Management Considerations.” Drawing on decades of clinical experience, he explains why dermatitis artefacta should be viewed as a distinct clinical diagnosis rather than a diagnosis of exclusion, and shares his compassionate approach to caring for patients whose skin disease is intertwined with underlying psychiatric illness.The conversation explores the importance of trust, long-term follow-up, and recognizing the role of insight in psychodermatologic disorders. Along the way, Dr. Nico offers practical lessons for clinicians navigating some of dermatology's most challenging patient encounters.Dr. Marcelo Nico is Associate Professor of Dermatology at the Medical School of the University of São Paulo in Brazil. His work focuses on inflammatory and autoimmune skin diseases, oral mucosal disorders, and psychodermatology.Dr. Barber and his guests do not receive any financial reimbursement for the production of this podcast.For more great CDA podcasts check out Dermalogues, our Residents podcast hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy.To learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caThis podcast is produced by David McGuffin and Graham McGuffin of ExploreProductions.ca

How can dermatologists better understand—and improve—the lived experience of patients with vulvar disease?In this episode of JCMS Author Interviews, Dr. Kirk Barber speaks with Dr. Marlene Dytoc about her article, Evaluating the Impact of the Vulvar Quality of Life Index for New Patient Dermatology Assessments, in the Jan/Feb 2026 issue of the JCMS. Together, they explore how the Vulvar Quality of Life Index (VQLI) helps capture the often-overlooked burden of vulvar conditions and can strengthen communication between physicians and patients.The conversation also highlights the surprising impact of expert-led virtual support groups for patients with lichen sclerosus. Dr. Dytoc discusses how peer support, education, and structured quality-of-life assessments can improve patient confidence, satisfaction, and disease management—often after just a single session.Looking ahead, she shares new research examining diagnostic delays in lichen sclerosus and the factors that may contribute to missed or delayed diagnoses, including stigma, examination gaps, and limited awareness among both patients and clinicians.Dr. Barber and his guests do not receive any financial reimbursement for the production of this podcast.For more great CDA podcasts check out Dermalogues, our Residents podcast hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy.To learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caThis podcast is produced by David McGuffin and Graham McGuffin of ExploreProductions.caGuest BioDr. Marlene Dytoc is a Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of Alberta and Medical Director of the University of Alberta's Vulvar Dermatology, Occupational Hand Eczema, and Psychodermatology Clinics. She is internationally recognized for her work in vulvar dermatology, psychodermatology, and patient-centred approaches to chronic skin disease.

Dermatologist Dr. Mark Kirchhof, president of the Canadian Dermatology Association, hears your stories.

In this episode of JCMS Author Interviews, Dr. Steve Feldman returns to discuss his three recent publications in the Nov/Dec 2025 issue of the Journal and what they reveal about modern dermatology practice.The conversation moves beyond the research to explore bigger themes: how patients perceive care, why empathy matters more than efficiency, and whether technology—from dermatoscopes to AI—actually improves outcomes or simply reinforces trust.Dr. Feldman also shares practical insights on patient behavior, telemedicine, and the surprising limits of large healthcare databases.Dr. Steve Feldman is a professor of dermatology, pathology, and social sciences & health policy at the Wake Forest School of Medicine. He is a leading researcher in dermatology and directs the Center for Dermatology Research. His primary clinical focus is psoriasis, and his work has significantly shaped understanding of patient adherence, quality of life, and real-world treatment outcomes.Dr. Barber and his guests do not receive any financial reimbursement for the production of this podcast.For more great CDA podcasts check out Dermalogues, our Residents podcast hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy.To learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caThis podcast is produced by David McGuffin and Graham McGuffin of ExploreProductions.ca

Pediatric hand eczema is more common than we think — and it's not simply “adult hand eczema in smaller hands.”In this episode, Dr. Kirk Barber sits down with Dr. Sonja Molin to explore why pediatric hand eczema deserves its own clinical lens. From COVID-era handwashing to slime exposure, allergic contact dermatitis, and patch testing strategies, this conversation unpacks the real-world triggers affecting children today — and how to manage them effectively.They discuss practical treatment pearls, when to patch test, steroid strategy, non-steroidal options, emerging topical JAK data, and how to empower kids and parents in long-term skin care management.If you treat eczema — or live with it — this episode delivers clinical insight with heart.This conversation centers on Dr. Molin's article in the July/Aug Issue of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery: Patterns of Pediatric Chronic Hand Eczema: A Systematic Review With Focus on Causes and Management. Her co-authors are: Dr. Katie Yeung, Dr. Joshua Lowe, Dr. Jessica Ho.Sonja Molin, MD, PhD is a dermatologist specializing in eczema, allergic contact dermatitis, and chronic hand eczema.She is Professor of Dermatology at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin and former Chair of Dermatology at Queen's University, Kingston. Dr. Barber and his guests do not receive any financial reimbursement for the production of this podcast.For more great CDA podcasts check out Dermalogues, our Residents podcast hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy.To learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caThis podcast is produced by David McGuffin and Graham McGuffin of ExploreProductions.ca

Dermatologist and researcher Fiona Lovegrove joins the JCMS Author Interviews Podcast to discuss new Canadian consensus guidance on the diagnosis and management of bullous pemphigoid.In this episode, Dr. Kirk Barber and Dr. Lovegrove explore her Nov/Dec Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery article “Navigating Bullous Pemphigoid: Consensus Recommendations for Diagnosis and Management – A Canadian Perspective.” The conversation focuses on the rising prevalence and clinical complexity of bullous pemphigoid, evolving diagnostic tools, and practical, evidence-based strategies to achieve disease control while minimizing steroid-related harm.Topics covered include:Why clinicians are seeing more bullous pemphigoid in practiceDiagnostic approaches, including the role of serology and immunofluorescenceThe importance of rapid disease control alongside early steroid-sparing strategiesConsensus recommendations for systemic therapies, including dupilumab, methotrexate, and mycophenolateManaging medically fragile, older patients and reducing glucocorticoid toxicityHow Canadian clinical experience informs real-world treatment algorithmsThis episode offers a thoughtful, clinically grounded discussion for dermatologists, trainees, and healthcare professionals managing autoimmune blistering diseases.The article co-authors include: Maxwell Sauder, Asfandyar Mufti, Jennifer Beecker, Jan Dutz, Mark G Kirchhof, Regine Mydlarski, Kerri Purdy, Perla LansangDr. Fiona Lovegrove is a London, Ontario–based dermatologist and the founder of Lovegrove Dermatology. She is an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at Western University and has a strong clinical and research focus on complex inflammatory and autoimmune skin diseases. Dr. Lovegrove is widely recognized for her ability to translate emerging dermatology research into practical, patient-centred care, and for her expertise in managing medically complex dermatologic conditions.Dr. Barber and his guests do not receive any financial reimbursement for the production of this podcast.For more great CDA podcasts check out Dermalogues, our Residents podcast hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy.To learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caThis podcast is produced by David McGuffin, and Clare and Graham McGuffin of ExploreProductions.ca

Dr. Mariusz Sapijaszko is a board-certified dermatologist, Clinical Professor at the University of Alberta, and Medical Director of the Western Canada Dermatology Institute. Dr. Sapijaszko specializes in skin cancer surgery and cosmetic dermatology and currently serves as President-Elect of the Canadian Dermatology Association.

In this special Editor's Choice edition of the JCMS podcast, Dr. Kirk Barber engages in a follow-up conversation with Catherine Sibbald about her JCMS Lecture at the 2025 Canadian Dermatology Association conference in Halifax. Dr Sibbald, a pediatric dermatologist at SickKids Hospital and Associate Professor at the University of Toronto, delves into the complexities of treating alopecia areata. Highlights include a nuanced discussion on the importance of a holistic and patient-centered approach, the role of JAK inhibitors, and the integration of traditional therapies like methotrexate and topical treatments. Dr. Sibbald emphasizes understanding the patient's goals, assessing psychosocial impacts, and using a combination of treatments. She also discusses practical tips for managing more severe cases, such as alopecia universalis, and the use of newer assessment tools to help guide treatment plans. Dr. Sibbald has graciously agreed to share her slide deck to her JCMS Lecture with our listeners, which you can find here.Dr Barber and his guests do not receive any financial reimbursement for the production of this podcast.For more great CDA podcasts check out Dermalogues, our Residents podcast hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy.To learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caThis podcast is produced by David McGuffin and Graham McGuffin of ExploreProductions.ca

Dr. Dominique Hanna is a dermatologist and associate professor at the University of Sherbrooke. She's also a past president of The Association of Dermatology Specialists of Quebec. And she has been a member of the board of directors of the Canadian Dermatology Association, where she has been actively involved in expert committees including on Telehealth.

There's a major shortage of dermatologists in this country. That shortage could lead to undiagnosed skin cancers. Dr. Gabrielle Weichert -  President of the Canadian Dermatology Association joins Ann Rohmer to discuss.Glynn Perkins is joined by Graham MacGregor, Parliamentary Assistant to Ontario's Solicitor General to discuss the justice system and the criminal element being put back on the streets.Jim Lang speaks with Thornhill MP and the deputy leader of the Conservative Party, Melissa Lantsman about the difficult times for members of the Jewish community with acts of anti-Semitism going on in the region and across the country.Well, it's that time again. Ann Rohmer's monthly chat with Vaughan Mayor Steven Del Duca.Shaliza Bacchus is joined by breaker Jay Rebel to talk about the induction of breaking into the Olympics.Hockey season is not underway just yet, but there are summer scholarship recipients who are looking forward to hitting the ice. Tina Cortez is in conversation with Taylor Green from Black Girl Hockey Club.

Gerry talks with Dr. Jason K. Rivers, a clinical professor of dermatology and a past director of the dermatology residency training program at the University of British Columbia, about what Snowbirds need to know about their skin and the sun. Currently he practices medical and cosmetic dermatology at Pacific Derm in Vancouver, BC, and is the developer and founder of Riversol Skin Care. Dr. Rivers' dedication to excellence in patient care and clinical skills has earned him recognition by being the recipient of Canada's “Best Doctors” award for a number of years. He is the current vice president/incoming president of the Canadian Dermatology Association and president of the Acne and Rosacea Society of Canada. A former national director of the Canadian Dermatology Association's Sun Awareness and Skin Cancer Prevention Program, Dr. Rivers continues to serve as Regional Director. These campaigns, which reach millions of Canadians each year through the media and distribution of educational materials, involves working in tandem with groups such as the Canadian Cancer Society and the BC Ministry of Health. Dr. Rivers was one of the principal investigators of the first national study on the sun protection habits of Canadians. He presented a report on the findings to the House of Commons Hearing Committee on the Environment (effects of ozone depletion on human skin) and was involved in a forum to create the UV Index. Dr. Rivers' experience in aesthetic medicine spans more than 25 years and he has been invited as a key speaker to present on both medical and cosmetic dermatology topics at national and international symposia. He is the immediate past president of the Canadian Society for Dermatologic Surgery, an organization whose membership is comprised of dermatologists with dual expertise in skin disorders and aesthetic medicine. He is the current President of the Board of Directors for the Acne and Rosacea Society of Canada.

Your host Kirk Barber is thrilled to welcome Dr Melinda Gooderham back to the podcast for a fascinating conversation about her article on Psoriasis in the November-December issue of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery titled: “Baseline Characteristics of Canadian Patients in the Psoriasis Longitudinal Assessment and Registry - PSOLAR"Her co-authors on this article are: Robert Bissonnette, Sunil Kalia, Kim A Papp, Lyn C Guenther, Wayne P Gulliver, Vincent Ho, Neil H Shear, Ron Vender, Robert Gniadecki, Vimal H Prajapati, Irina Turchin, Wayne Langholff, Kim Parnell, Scott D Simpson, Nastaran Abbarin, Omair Lakhani and Raed Alhusayen.Dr Melinda Gooderham is Medical Director at the SKiN Centre for Dermatology in Peterborough, Ontario and an Assistant Professor at Queen's University.  She also works as a Consultant Physician at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre This podcast is supported by an educational grant from Incyte Biosciences Canada, available through the CDA Corporate Supporter Program.For more great CDA podcasts check out Dermalogues, our Residents podcast hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy.To learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caJCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.   Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

Kirk is happy to welcome Dr Feras Al Ghazawi to the podcast for a fascinating discussion on Photodnyamic Therapy, based on the article he co-authored in the January-February edition of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery.It's titled: “A Review of the Dermatologic Clinical Applications of Topical Photodynamic Therapy."He's an Assistant Professor in the division of dermatology at the University of Ottawa Medical school. He's also a Clinician Investigator and a double board certified Dermatologist at the Ottawa Hospital.His co-authors for this article are: Owen Dan Luo, MD,Reetesh Bose, Mohammed A. Bawazir and Thusanth Thuraisingam.This podcast is supported by an educational grant from Incyte Biosciences Canada, available through the CDA Corporate Supporter Program.For more great CDA podcasts check out Dermalogues, our Residents podcast hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy.To learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.ca JCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.   Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

"I think it's important to ask the patient, 'Are you comfortable with the injection and are you having any discomfort from it?'"Dr Ron Vender is back on the podcast, joining Kirk to discuss his July/August article in the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery titled:"A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Injection Site Reactions in Randomized-Controlled Trials of Biologic Injections."There are a lot of great clinical pearls in this discussion, and Kirk says he enjoyed the time, expertise and insights Dr Vender brought to this common problem, or not so common problem, as their conversation reveals.Dr. Ron Vender is the founder and director of Dermatrials Research Incorporated and Venderm Innovations in Psoriasis. He is a Dermatologist based in Hamilton, Ontario.His co-authors on this article are Patrick J Kim and Rafael Paolo Lansang.  For more great CDA podcasts check out Dermalogues, our Residents podcast hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy. Available wherever you listen.  To learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.ca  JCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.   Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

Kirk is very happy to have Dr Raed Alhusayen back on the podcast to discuss the fascinating article about melanoma surveillance he co-authored in the September-October issue of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery: "Surveillance After a Previous Cutaneous Melanoma Diagnosis: A Scoping Review of Melanoma Follow-Up Guidelines." There are a lot of great pearls to be found in this interview.The article is open access on the JCMS website.His co-authors are: Leah Johnston, Samantha Starkey, Ilya Mukovozov, Lynne Robertson and Teresa Petrella.Dr Raed Alhusayen is a Clinician Investigator and Assistant Professor in the Division of Dermatology at the University of Toronto. He is also an Associate Scientist at the Odette Cancer Research Program, Staff Dermatologist at the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and Women's College Hospital in Toronto.  For more great CDA podcasts, check out Dermalogues, our residents podcast, hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy and available wherever you listen.  And to learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.ca  JCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.   Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

Kirk is thrilled to welcome Dr Vincent Richer back to the podcast to talk about a vitally important issue, in an episode Kirk describes as "a real treat." The two of them discuss the fascinating article Dr Richer co-authored in the September/October issue of the JCMS titled: “Preventing Eye Injuries From Light and Laser-Based Dermatologic Procedures: A Practical Review.” The article is open access on the JCMS website.  Dr Richer's co-author is UBC's Dr Caitlyn Glover. Dr. Vincent Richer is a medical and cosmetic Dermatologist at Pacific Derm in Vancouver and is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Department of Dermatology and Skin Science at the University of British Columbia.  For more great CDA podcasts, check out Dermalogues, our residents podcast, hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy - available wherever you listen. And to learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.ca   JCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.   Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

Kirk is thrilled to have Dr Steven Feldman back on the podcast for a fascinating and wide ranging conversation on Papular Dermatitis, or as it's more broadly known, Itchy Red Bump disease. The conversation is based on the letter Dr Feldman published in the July/August 2023 issue of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery titled: Characterizing the Treatment of Papular Dermatitis: A Retrospective Chart Review.His co authors are Rachel E. Tao, Mallory L. Zaino, Katherine R. Salisbury and Joseph L. JorizzoDr Feldman is a Professor of Dermatology, Pathology and Public Health Sciences at the Wake Forest University School of Medicine. And he's a dermatologist and skin pathologist at Wake Forest Baptist Health in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.Be sure to check out his 2021 episode on JCMS Author Interviews. A lively discussion on projecting empathy in a virtual medicine age.For more great CDA podcasts, check out Dermalogues, our residents podcast, hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy - available wherever you listen to podcasts. And to learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.ca JCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.  Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

We're thrilled to have Dr Marlene Dytoc back on the podcast. In this episode she and Kirk discuss the fascinating article she co-authored in the March/April edition of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery titled: "Pharmacological Interventions for Primary Psychodermatologic Disorders: An Evidence Mapping and Appraisal of Randomized Controlled Trials." Kirk and Marlene really bring the world of psychodermatology alive in this thoughtful and wide ranging discussion. Dr Dytoc's co-authors are Tarek Turk, Chaocheng Liu, Esther Fujiwara, Sebastian Straube, Reidar Hagtvedt, Liz Dennett and Adam Abba-Aji. Dr Marlene Dytoc is a Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of Alberta. She is also director for U of A's undergraduate medical education and medical director of specialty clinics for psychodermatology, occupational and hand eczema and vulvar dermatology.Dr Dytoc was also Kirk's guest in episode 60 discussing why empathy is good medicine. Be sure to check that out.For more great CDA podcasts, be sure to check out Dermalogues, our residents podcast, hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy - available wherever you listen to podcasts.For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.ca  JCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.  Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

"Recent research proved that ChatGPT shows more empathy when they reply to patient messages than real physicians."Today we'll be talking about a truly fascinating topic, something that is really front and center in medicine, academia and almost every walk of life, Artificial Intelligence.What is AI? What are its benefits and dangers? How will it change the way we work and live, and practice as dermatologists and academics.We're lucky to have as our guest someone who is doing a lot of ground breaking work and thinking on this topic.Dr Zhuo Ran Cai is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Department of Dermatology at Stanford University.There he focuses on cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, remote monitoring of cutaneous conditions in older adults, and explainable artificial intelligence in dermatology.He received his medical degree from the University of Montreal. After graduation he completed his dermatology residency training at the University of Montreal Hospital Center and Sainte-Justine Hospital Center. For more great CDA podcasts, be sure to check out Dermalogues, our residents podcast, hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy - available wherever you listen to podcasts.For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.ca  JCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.  Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

"Itch should be treated aggressively and that ultimately decreases the sleep disturbances and is going to leave not only better outcomes for Atopic Dermatitis, but overall."Kirk Barber is thrilled to welcome Dr Charles Lynde to the podcast, to talk about his recent article “Sleep Disturbances in Children with Atopic Dermatitis: A Scoping Review," which features in the March/April 2023 issue of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery.Dr Lynde is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto and is also the Medical Director of Lynde Institute for Dermatology and Lynderm Research in Markham, Ontario.In this article, an earlier JCMS Author Interviews episode (#54) on sleep with Dr Charles Samuels is referenced, you can hear that here.For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caJCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

The first ever JCMS live podcast took place at the Canadian Dermatology Association annual conference in June. In front of a live audience, host Kirk Barber sat down with the CDA podcast producer David McGuffin for a look into the world of podcasting. They discuss David's journey from CBC international reporter and war correspondent, to his work as a Senior Producer at NPR as it became a crucible for the podcasting boom, and then starting his own podcast production company and working with the CDA. It's a fascinating discussion full of questions and answers about this new, fast growing medium and what the future holds for it.David McGuffin has been a broadcasting professional for over thirty years, working as a reporter and producer for CBC, NPR, CTV, BBC, NBC and PBS. As a foreign correspondent, he reported from over 40 countries, including conflict zones in Afghanistan, Somalia, Sudan, Congo, Mali and more. He is the founder and executive producer of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caOur theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

"We can have AI to read all the reports. I feel getting all that information will enable us to do what we're really good at as physicians, taking care of people and really getting the best decision."McGill's Dr Philippe Lefrancois joins the JCMS Pod for a conversation about AI that Kirk describes as "intriguing and clearly the future." Their discussion focuses on Dr Lafrancois' article in the Jan/Feb issue of JCMS: “Artificial Intelligence Training in Canadian Dermatology to Increase Dermatologists Engagement and Enhance Medical Practice," co-authored by Dr Maxine Joly-Chevrier.They talk about where AI is now in terms of dermatology diagnosis and treatment, what are the advantages and drawbacks, the use of apps by patients, why AI use and teaching is lagging in Canadian dermatology, and what AI means for the future.Dr Lefrançois an Assistant Professor in the Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, McGill University. He is also attending physician at the Jewish General Hospital, division of dermatolg and carries out research in cutaneous oncology at the Lady Davis Institute.For more great CDA podcasts, be sure to check out Dermalogues, our Residents podcast, hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy. Available wherever you listen.For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caJCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa. Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

In this special Editor's Choice episode of the JCMS Podcast, Kirk is joined by Dr Cathryn Sibbald to discuss Alopecia Areata. Cathryn is an assistant professor at the University of Toronto Medical School and a staff dermatologist at SickKids Hospital in Toronto, with a special interest in inflammatory and autoimmune skin conditions. And our interest with Cathryn is that she runs a clinic specifically related to Alopecia.The focus of Kirk and Cathryn's discussion is around her article which you will find as an in-depth review in the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery titled: “Alopecia Areata. Review 2023.” It is being peer reviewed and will be available soon, open access, on the JCMS website.And for more great CDA podcasts, be sure to check out Dermalogues, our residents podcast, hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy. Available wherever you listen to podcasts.For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.ca  JCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.  Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

"Empathy goes a long way in making the patient increase their adherence to our treatment options, our management plans."Dr Marlene Dytoc joins Kirk to discuss her letters on why empathy is an important tool in dermatology practices. They appear in the Sept/Oct 2022 and Jan/Feb 2023 issues of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery. She and Kirk talk about why empathy helps improve patient outcomes, why it is compatible with efficiency, the many ways doctors can use empathy, including everything from helping patients prep ahead of time for visits, their check-in, wait time, dealing with staff and the appointment with the doctor. They also discuss the Eli-Lilly's LEAP Program (Learning Empathy and Efficiency in Practice). As Kirk points out, empathy is all about the words he says at the end of each episode: "Be good to each other."For more information on Dr Dytoc's Empathy Kit, email research@mdskinhealth.comDr Marlene Dytoc is a Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of Alberta. She is also director for U of A's undergraduate medical education and medical director of specialty clinics for occupational and hand eczema, psychodermatology and vulvar dermatology.For more great CDA podcasts, be sure to check out Dermalogues, our residents podcast, hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy. Available wherever you listen to podcasts.For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.ca  JCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.  Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

"This might be the future of dermatology, that we're not just medical experts but also have to be marketing experts, that will allow us to fight against misinformation."Dr Mark Kirchhof is back on JCMS to talk with Kirk about the fourth of his JCMS articles on Cannabis and Dermatology. The latest is found in the November-December issue of the journal entitled: “Cannabis Use in Dermatology: A Cross-Sectional Study of YouTube Videos.”In it, Mark and his co-authors flag the sensational aspects found in most YouTube videos about using Cannabis to treat skin issues, and how a greater YouTube presence by Dermatologists can help combat the large amount of misinformation that is out there.Dr. Kirchhof's co-authors are Dr. Celina DeBiasio, Dr Heidi Oi-Yee Li and Dr. Olivier Brandts-Longtin. Dr. Mark Kirchhof is the Division Head of Dermatology in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa and the Ottawa Hospital.For more great CDA podcasts, be sure to check out Dermalogues, our residents podcast, hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy. Available wherever you listen to podcasts. For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.ca  JCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.  Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

"Think about draping with everybody, especially younger females. Think a little bit about how you are moving that drape around, whether you need more than one drape, whether you have the patient move the drape. Just thinking about the patient adjusting their own clothing, it kind of makes sense from a dignity point of view."   Patient dignity is at the core of this discussion with Dr Jennifer Beecker as she joins Kirk on the podcast to discuss her article "Draping in Dermatology: A Patient's Perspective" from the November-December edition of the JCMS. Kirk describes this conversation as "practice changing," including "subtle changes we're going to make to increase that comfort level in the exam room for patients as well as ourselves." Dr Jennifer Beecker is an Assistant Professor at the University of Ottawa and Research Director for the Division of Dermatology at the Ottawa Hospital where she founded the Pigmented Lesion and Melanoma Clinic. She is also the current president of the Canadian Dermatology Association.For more great CDA podcasts, be sure to check out Dermalogues, our residents podcast, hosted by my colleague Dr Kerri Purdy. Available wherever you listen to podcasts.For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.ca   JCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.   Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

Dr Kirk Barber is very happy to have Dr Julie Powell on the podcast for a difficult but important conversation, children and cancer. They discuss the article she co-authored in the July-August 2022 issue of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery. It's titled: "Pediatric Cutaneous Hematologic Disorders: Cutaneous Lymphoma and Leukemia Cutis—Experience of a Tertiary-Care Pediatric Institution and Review of the Literature."Dr Julie Powell is a clinical professor in both pediatrics and dermatology at the University of Montreal. And she practices at the Ste. Justine University Health Centre. She is also a past president of the Canadian Dermatology Association. For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.ca  JCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.  Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

Kirk Barber has reconvened his popular bug panel for this special JCMS Editors Choice episode, a discussion about things that bite, from killer (Africanised) bees, to ticks, horseflies, mosquitoes, and an update on our popular Gypsy Moth episode from last year.Trent University Entomologist, Prof David Beresford is back with Dr Melinda Gooderham, Medical Director at the SKiN Centre for Dermatology in Peterborough, Ontario and an Assistant Professor at Queen's University for this fun and fascinating discussion.For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caJCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

In this special Editors Choice episode of the JCMS Podcast, Kirk is joined by Canada's leading sleep expert, Dr Charles Samuels.Sleep. It is something we all do, and can't live without."The main course in life's feast, and the most nourishing,” is how Shakespeare described it in MacBeth.But how much sleep do you need to work? To live? To stay healthy? For our patients to heal properly? And what do we do when we're not getting enough?In this fascinating and wide ranging conversation, Kirk and Dr Samuels take on those questions, as well as some specifically dermatological ones like sleep and the treatment of eczema. And they dive into more day to day issues, like the devastating impact of screens and gaming on children's sleep, the impact of shift work on sleep and health, and how to beat jet lag.Dr Charles Samuels is the medical director of The Centre for Sleep & Human Performance in Calgary, Alberta. He is a clinical Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Calgary. And a past President of the Canadian Sleep Society.Dr Samuels is also currently the lead investigator in a long-term research project exploring the impact of rotating shift work on the health and performance of police officers. And he is a co-investigator in a unique study exploring the relationship of sleep on recovery and performance in elite Canadian athletes.For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caJCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

"The question was could we use a screening tool to determine if people have psoriatic arthritis as a screening test for psoriasis in a larger population?"Dr Cheryl Rosen, head of Dermatology at Toronto Western Hospital, joins Kirk to talk about ToPAS2 and the article she co-authored in the May/June issue of JCMS, “The Assessment of the Toronto Psoriatic Arthritis Screen 2 as a Screening Tool for Psoriasis”They go over the history of the original ToPAS as a tool for diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis and how ToPAS2 turns that tool on its head so it can be used to diagnose psoriasis in regions that aren't served by dermatologists or in studies carried out by rheumatologists.Dr Cheryl Rosen is a professor of medicine at the University of Toronto and head of the division of Dermatology at Toronto Western Hospital.Her co-authors on this article are: Jennifer Taylor, Manika Deo, Mitchell Sutton, Vinod Chandran, Daniel Pereira, Sutha Shanmagurajah and Dafna Gladman.The article is available outside the paywall for three weeks after the posting of this interview:https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/12034754211061085?journalCode=cmsaFor more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caJCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

"The question was could we use a screening tool to determine if people have psoriatic arthritis as a screening test for psoriasis in a larger population?"Dr Cheryl Rosen, head of Dermatology at Toronto Western Hospital, joins Kirk to talk about ToPAS2 and the article she co-authored in the May/June issue of JCMS, “The Assessment of the Toronto Psoriatic Arthritis Screen 2 as a Screening Tool for Psoriasis”They go over the history of the original ToPAS as a tool for diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis and how ToPAS2 turns that tool on its head so it can be used to diagnose psoriasis in regions that aren't served by dermatologists or in studies carried out by rheumatologists.Dr Cheryl Rosen is a professor of medicine at the University of Toronto and head of the division of Dermatology at Toronto Western Hospital.Her co-authors on this article are: Jennifer Taylor, Manika Deo, Mitchell Sutton, Vinod Chandran, Daniel Pereira, Sutha Shanmagurajah and Dafna Gladman.The article is available outside the paywall for three weeks after the posting of this interview:https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/12034754211061085?journalCode=cmsaFor more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caJCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

"The question was could we use a screening tool to determine if people have psoriatic arthritis as a screening test for psoriasis in a larger population?"Dr Cheryl Rosen, head of Dermatology at Toronto Western Hospital, joins Kirk to talk about ToPAS2 and the article she co-authored in the May/June issue of JCMS, “The Assessment of the Toronto Psoriatic Arthritis Screen 2 as a Screening Tool for Psoriasis”They go over the history of the original ToPAS as a tool for diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis and how ToPAS2 turns that tool on its head so it can be used to diagnose psoriasis in regions that aren't served by dermatologists or in studies carried out by rheumatologists.Dr Cheryl Rosen is a professor of medicine at the University of Toronto and head of the division of Dermatology at Toronto Western Hospital.Her co-authors on this article are: Jennifer Taylor, Manika Deo, Mitchell Sutton, Vinod Chandran, Daniel Pereira, Sutha Shanmagurajah and Dafna Gladman. The article is available outside the paywall for three weeks after the posting of this interview: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/12034754211061085?journalCode=cmsa For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.ca JCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa. Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

"The question was could we use a screening tool to determine if people have psoriatic arthritis as a screening test for psoriasis in a larger population?"Dr Cheryl Rosen, head of Dermatology at Toronto Western Hospital, joins Kirk to talk about ToPAS2 and the article she co-authored in the May/June issue of JCMS, “The Assessment of the Toronto Psoriatic Arthritis Screen 2 as a Screening Tool for Psoriasis”They go over the history of the original ToPAS as a tool for diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis and how ToPAS2 turns that tool on its head so it can be used to diagnose psoriasis in regions that aren't served by dermatologists or in studies carried out by rheumatologists.Dr Cheryl Rosen is a professor of medicine at the University of Toronto and head of the division of Dermatology at Toronto Western Hospital.Her co-authors on this article are: Jennifer Taylor, Manika Deo, Mitchell Sutton, Vinod Chandran, Daniel Pereira, Sutha Shanmagurajah and Dafna Gladman.The article is available outside the paywall for three weeks after the posting of this interview:https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/12034754211061085?journalCode=cmsaFor more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caJCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

"The idea came to combine and take the synergistic effect of the ultraviolet and the Alitretinoin to see how effective it could be and if we can save the patients the potential side-effects of the high dose of Alitretinoin and improve the outcome of our patients receiving ultraviolet therapy." Dr Mohannad Abu-Hilal of McMaster University joins Kirk to discuss his article in the May-June issue of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery: “Low Dose Oral Alitretinoin with Narrowband Ultraviolet B Therapy for Chronic Hand Dermatitis.” In this fascinating and in-depth conversation, Kirk says of Dr Abu-Hilal's study: "There's significant value here in returning to this kind of concept, of not just combination therapy, but retinoids and light. There's a lot to be learned here." Dr. Mohannad Abu-Hilal is a dermatologist and assistant professor in the department of medicine at McMaster University in Hamilton.Dr Abu-Hilal's co-author on this study was Dr. Dimitra Bednar of McMaster University.The article is open access: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/12034754211071123 For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.ca JCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa. Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

"The idea came to combine and take the synergistic effect of the ultraviolet and the Alitretinoin to see how effective it could be and if we can save the patients the potential side-effects of the high dose of Alitretinoin and improve the outcome of our patients receiving ultraviolet therapy."Dr Mohannad Abu-Hilal of McMaster University joins Kirk to discuss his article in the May-June issue of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery: “Low Dose Oral Alitretinoin with Narrowband Ultraviolet B Therapy for Chronic Hand Dermatitis.”In this fascinating and in-depth conversation, Kirk says of Dr Abu-Hilal's study:"There's significant value here in returning to this kind of concept, of not just combination therapy, but retinoids and light. There's a lot to be learned here."Dr. Mohannad Abu-Hilal is a dermatologist and assistant professor in the department of medicine at McMaster University in Hamilton.Dr Abu-Hilal's co-author on this study was Dr. Dimitra Bednar of McMaster University.The article is open access:https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/12034754211071123For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caJCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

"The idea came to combine and take the synergistic effect of the ultraviolet and the Alitretinoin to see how effective it could be and if we can save the patients the potential side-effects of the high dose of Alitretinoin and improve the outcome of our patients receiving ultraviolet therapy."Dr Mohannad Abu-Hilal of McMaster University joins Kirk to discuss his article in the May-June issue of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery: “Low Dose Oral Alitretinoin with Narrowband Ultraviolet B Therapy for Chronic Hand Dermatitis.”In this fascinating and in-depth conversation, Kirk says of Dr Abu-Hilal's study:"There's significant value here in returning to this kind of concept, of not just combination therapy, but retinoids and light. There's a lot to be learned here."Dr. Mohannad Abu-Hilal is a dermatologist and assistant professor in the department of medicine at McMaster University in Hamilton.Dr Abu-Hilal's co-author on this study was Dr. Dimitra Bednar of McMaster University.The article is open access:https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/12034754211071123For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caJCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

"The idea came to combine and take the synergistic effect of the ultraviolet and the Alitretinoin to see how effective it could be and if we can save the patients the potential side-effects of the high dose of Alitretinoin and improve the outcome of our patients receiving ultraviolet therapy."Dr Mohannad Abu-Hilal of McMaster University joins Kirk to discuss his article in the May-June issue of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery: “Low Dose Oral Alitretinoin with Narrowband Ultraviolet B Therapy for Chronic Hand Dermatitis.”In this fascinating and in-depth conversation, Kirk says of Dr Abu-Hilal's study:"There's significant value here in returning to this kind of concept, of not just combination therapy, but retinoids and light. There's a lot to be learned here."Dr. Mohannad Abu-Hilal is a dermatologist and assistant professor in the department of medicine at McMaster University in Hamilton.Dr Abu-Hilal's co-author on this study was Dr. Dimitra Bednar of McMaster University.The article is open access:https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/12034754211071123For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caJCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

Italian Dermatologist, Dr Simone Garcovich, joins Kirk to discuss what he learned from his detailed, four year, 870 patient study of pediatric HS that is featured in the March-April 2022 issue of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery.HS is uncommon in patients of pediatric age, and the differentiation with adult-onset disease is controversial. Treatment of pediatric hidradenitis suppurativa is scarcely standardized, and specific guidelines are lacking. As Kirk describes it, Dr. Garcovich's article "is a call to action for people to start thinking about this early."Early diagnosis is key, as is diet, weight and many other factors they discuss, along with use of biologics and surgery, in this fascinating conversation.Dr. Simone Garcovich is a dermatologist and faculty member at Catholic University of the Sacred Heart and Gemelli University Hospital in Rome, Italy.His co-authors are Luca Fania, Dante Caposiena, Giulia Giovanardi, Andrea Chiricozzi, Clara De Simone, Chiara Tartaglia, Davide Ciccone, Luca Bianchi, Damiano Abeni and Ketty Peris.The article is available free outside the paywall at the JCMS website for three weeks after this interview is posted:https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/12034754211039993For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caJCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

Italian Dermatologist, Dr Simone Garcovich, joins Kirk to discuss what he learned from his detailed, four year, 870 patient study of pediatric HS that is featured in the March-April 2022 issue of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery.HS is uncommon in patients of pediatric age, and the differentiation with adult-onset disease is controversial. Treatment of pediatric hidradenitis suppurativa is scarcely standardized, and specific guidelines are lacking. As Kirk describes it, Dr. Garcovich's article "is a call to action for people to start thinking about this early."Early diagnosis is key, as is diet, weight and many other factors they discuss, along with use of biologics and surgery, in this fascinating conversation.Dr. Simone Garcovich is a dermatologist and faculty member at Catholic University of the Sacred Heart and Gemelli University Hospital in Rome, Italy.His co-authors are Luca Fania, Dante Caposiena, Giulia Giovanardi, Andrea Chiricozzi, Clara De Simone, Chiara Tartaglia, Davide Ciccone, Luca Bianchi, Damiano Abeni and Ketty Peris.The article is available free outside the paywall at the JCMS website for three weeks after this interview is posted:https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/12034754211039993For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caJCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

Italian Dermatologist, Dr Simone Garcovich, joins Kirk to discuss what he learned from his detailed, four year, 870 patient study of pediatric HS that is featured in the March-April 2022 issue of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery.HS is uncommon in patients of pediatric age, and the differentiation with adult-onset disease is controversial. Treatment of pediatric hidradenitis suppurativa is scarcely standardized, and specific guidelines are lacking. As Kirk describes it, Dr. Garcovich's article "is a call to action for people to start thinking about this early."Early diagnosis is key, as is diet, weight and many other factors they discuss, along with use of biologics and surgery, in this fascinating conversation.Dr. Simone Garcovich is a dermatologist and faculty member at Catholic University of the Sacred Heart and Gemelli University Hospital in Rome, Italy.His co-authors are Luca Fania, Dante Caposiena, Giulia Giovanardi, Andrea Chiricozzi, Clara De Simone, Chiara Tartaglia, Davide Ciccone, Luca Bianchi, Damiano Abeni and Ketty Peris.The article is available free outside the paywall at the JCMS website for three weeks after this interview is posted:https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/12034754211039993For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.caJCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

Italian Dermatologist, Dr Simone Garcovich, joins Kirk to discuss what he learned from his detailed, four year, 870 patient study of pediatric HS that is featured in the March-April 2022 issue of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery.HS is uncommon in patients of pediatric age, and the differentiation with adult-onset disease is controversial. Treatment of pediatric hidradenitis suppurativa is scarcely standardized, and specific guidelines are lacking. As Kirk describes it, Dr. Garcovich's article "is a call to action for people to start thinking about this early." Early diagnosis is key, as is diet, weight and many other factors they discuss, along with use of biologics and surgery, in this fascinating conversation. Dr. Simone Garcovich is a dermatologist and faculty member at Catholic University of the Sacred Heart and Gemelli University Hospital in Rome, Italy.His co-authors are Luca Fania, Dante Caposiena, Giulia Giovanardi, Andrea Chiricozzi, Clara De Simone, Chiara Tartaglia, Davide Ciccone, Luca Bianchi, Damiano Abeni and Ketty Peris.The article is available free outside the paywall at the JCMS website for three weeks after this interview is posted:https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/12034754211039993For more on the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.ca JCMS Author Interviews is produced by the CDA and David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions in Ottawa.Our theme music was composed by Lee Rosevere.

May is Sun Awareness month and to mark the occasion we are thrilled to welcome UBC's Dr Sunil Kalia to the podcast to take questions about all things related to sun safety, awareness and what the CDA has planned for this month. And because it's a special episode, we'll be mixing things up a bit by taking questions from both Derm Residents and the general public. It's a lot of fun.Dr Kalia is an associate professor of dermatology at the University of British Columbia and chairman of the sun awareness working group at the Canadian Dermatology Association. For more information on Sun Awareness Month and helpful summer sun tips, visit the CDA website: www.dermatology.ca This is our final episode of season 3 of Dermalogues.We'll be back with Season 4 next fall. See you then!For more great CDA podcast content, be sure to check out JCMS Author Interviews hosted by Dr Kirk Barber, available wherever you listen. Dermalogues is produced by the CDA along with David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions